Which among the following have scales?
(i) Amphibians
(ii) Pisces
(iii) Reptiles
(iv) Mammals
(a) (i) and (iii)
(b) (iii) and (iv)
(c) (ii) and (iii)
(d) (i) and (ii)
Answer-(c)
Solution: The body of amphibians do not contain scales on their body and their skin is permeable to allow the diffusion of gases.
The body of reptiles are covered with scales and have tough skin that provides them an adaptation in the extreme climate.
Fish have dermal scales while reptiles have horny epidermal scales.
The correct answer is –c) (ii) and (iii).